How to Choose Tires With Proper Load Rating
Published 09/26/2015
Question:
If a tire C is rated 1000 dos two 1K tires will work on 2k axle setups?
asked by: Tom W
Expert Reply:
When choosing the load rating of your tires, you'll want the total load rating of the 4 tires to equal or exceed the GVWR of the trailer. The tire you referenced, part # AM3S455 has a capacity of 1760 lbs when properly inflated to 50psi. Four tires would have a combined capacity of 7040 lbs. If this meets or exceeds the GVWR of your trailer, these tires would be a great choice. If your trailer has a higher capacity, you'll be limited to the capacity of the lowest rated component, be it the tires, suspension, axles, or spindles.
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Kenda ST205/75D14 Bias Trailer Tire w 14" White Spoke Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range C
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire with Wheel
- Bias Ply Tire
- Load Range C
- 205/75-14
- 14 Inch
- M - 81 mph
- 5 on 4-1/2 Inch
- Steel Wheels - Powder Coat
- Kenda
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